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A contemporary two-bedroom holiday home settled on the outskirts of Stratford-upon-Avon in the West Midlands. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Rural. Royal Leamington Spa 14.1 miles; Warwick 17.9 miles. (Ref. 1095211)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May €657

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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    5.0

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This contemporary-styled holiday cottage can be found in Grindleton near Chatburn, Lancashire. Remote position. Countryside views. Woodburning stove. Clitheroe 4.7 miles; Skipton 16.1 miles. (Ref. 1034985)

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3 nights from Sun 25th May €905

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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    4.9

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Bungalow to the Rear of 46 Church Street is a property resting in the town of Adlington, Lancashire. Close to a shop and a pub. Close to a lake. Local attractions. Chorley 3.4 miles; Preston 14.1 miles; Forest of Bowland National Landscape 29.6 miles. (Ref. 1148803)

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3 nights from Wed 28th May €545

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  • 4 Guests
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A stylish first-floor apartment resting in the centre of Dartmouth, Devon. Allocated parking. Smart TV. In an AONB. En-suite bedrooms. Totnes 14.1 miles. (Ref. 1130718)

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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun €774

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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Meadow Barn, a wonderful cottage located in the village of Nether Heage in Derbyshire. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Ground-floor living. Romantic. Matlock 8.6 miles; Derby 10.5 miles; Peak District National Park 13.2 miles. (Ref. 1155115)

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  • Ground floor bedroom

3 nights from Tue 27th May €364

  • 23 Guests
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A beautiful Victorian house lying amidst the hills in the Yorkshire Dales National Park in Sedbergh. Woodburning stove. Two hot tubs. Ideal for large families. Incredible views. Kendal 12.3 miles; Hawes 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1022219)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Sat 31st May €4805

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A wonderful semi-detached cottage located on the outskirts of Bentham in North Yorkshire. Spacious retreat. Family friendly. Views over the Peaks. Elevated position. Ingleton 3 miles; Kirkby Lonsdale 10 miles. (Ref. 945189)

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3 nights from Fri 30th May was €839 €540

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A contemporary single-storey barn conversion resting rurally in Ivinghoe Aston near Ivinghoe, Buckinghamshire. In AONB. Countryside views. Stylish. Romantic. Whipsnade 4.4 miles; Dunstable 5 miles; Berkhamsted 8.6 miles; Watford 18.2 miles. (Ref. 1020743)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Tue 27th May €509

  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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The Waggon Shed is a delightful, barn conversion resting in the rural area of Normanton near Bottesford, Leicestershire. Rural location. Garden. Open fire. Off-road parking. Grantham 8.4 miles; Newark-on-Trent 9.4 miles; Nottingham 18.7 miles. (Ref. 1135919)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Tue 27th May €528

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  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
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Ptarmigan is a family-friendly terraced home with sea views and off-road parking, located in the coastal village of Garlieston in Dumfries and Galloway. Wigtown 8 miles; Newton Stewart 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1159924)

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3 nights from Sat 31st May was €1042 €575

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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Llamedos is a delightful, two-bedroom, terraced house resting in Hunmanby, North Yorkshire. Close to a shop and a pub. Near a National Park. Pet-friendly. Filey 3.4 miles; Scarborough 10 miles; North York Moors National Park 24.5 miles. (Ref. 1150520)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May €405

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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An outstanding four-bedroom detached house in Kingsdown, Kent. Beautiful sea views. Balcony. Child and pet-friendly. Deal 4.3 miles; Dover 7.9 miles; Canterbury 21.9 miles. (Ref. 1096667)

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3 nights from Tue 27th May €1880

  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • Pets No

    5.0

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This charming single-storey cottage rests in Upton Upon Severn, Worcester. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Romantic. Garden with furniture. Worcester 10.1 miles; Great Malvern 8.6 miles; Tewkesbury 6 miles; Cheltenham 14.7 miles. (Ref. 1079806)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Tue 27th May €447

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  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
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    4.9

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Bohan Bo, a delightful cottage nestled in the parish of Tinteskin near Kilmuckridge in County Wexford. Single-storey. Woodburning stove. Off-road parking. Blackwater 6.6 miles; Cahore 6.9 miles; Wexford 16.9 miles. (Ref. 1150860)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Mon 26th May €417

  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    5.0

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A stunning, single-storey barn conversion resting in Burniston near Scalby in North Yorkshire. Off-road parking. Family-friendly. En-suites. Ground-floor living. Scarborough 3.6 miles; Whitby 16 miles. (Ref. 1109246)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Sun 1st Jun €663

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
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13 Strathtay Lodges is a gorgeous, single-storey retreat set in the town of Aberfeldy, close to Perth, enjoying a woodburning stove and countryside views. Aberfeldy 1.2 miles; Pitlochry 13.6 miles; Perth 30.8 miles. (Ref. 1168495)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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3 nights from Mon 26th May €591

  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    5.0

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Luxury holiday home in a beautiful rural location near historic Dartmouth (a 10 minute-drive away). Flexible family friendly accommodation with four en suite bedrooms. Dog-friendly, accepting 2 dogs. Parking for four cars. Firepit and terrace. (Ref. 995294)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
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  • Baby-friendly
  • Sky TV
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3 nights from Sat 31st May €1586

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  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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A superb three storey property on the South side of Bridlington Bay yards from the beach. Off-road parking. WiFi. Filey 11.2 miles; Scarborough 17.7 miles. (Ref. 1063819)

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3 nights from Mon 26th May €757

  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Pets No

    4.9

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A charming stone-fronted cottage in the heart of Middleton-in-Tessdale, County Durham. Woodburning stove. Ground-floor living. Enclosed garden. Games room. Barnard Castle 9.5 miles; Appleby-in-Westmorland 22.8 miles; Darlington 23.7 miles. (Ref. 1085244)

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  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from Tue 27th May €486

  • 10 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Pets Yes

    4.9

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This magnificent holiday home rests in Upper Chapel near Builth Wells, Mid Wales. Games room. Smart TVs. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Brecon Beacons 15; Llandrindod Wells 15.4 miles; Hay-on-Wye 20.7 miles; Elan Valley 24 miles. (Ref. 1110850)

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  • Baby-friendly
  • Games room

3 nights from Sun 1st Jun €1054

If you are looking to enjoy all the beautiful beaches, scenic walking trails or fascinating activities and attractions of a family holiday without all the crowds and queues of the summer months, why not take the whole family one of these May half-term beaks?

Why May Half-term Breaks?

May half-term breaks offer everything you can enjoy on a holiday without all the hassle of a peak season break. So, why not make the most of the kids being off school and whisk them away for a May half-term holiday? Whether it’s a short break near a UK city or a week-long holiday on the British coast, there’s a perfect getaway for everyone in this collection.

Whilst many Brits favour the summertime for a staycation, we think a Spring getaway is just as special! During this time, you’ll get to see adorable, new-born animals during a countryside walk, soak up the blossoming flora of the UK’s forests and make the most of seasonal attractions as they begin to open.

Get away for a May half-term holiday full of fun and adventure that both you and the kids will enjoy, creating valuable memories for the future.

Places to Visit During a May Half-term Holiday

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to locations for a May half-term break! For little ones, or those who prefer a slower pace when on holiday, there are numerous bustling fishing villages in Norfolk to wander around or there are plenty of beautiful blue flag beaches that are ideal for bathers and building sandcastles in locations like Pembrokeshire. If the weather turns there are plenty of farm parks and zoos scattered across the country, as well as theme parks like Alton Towers in the Peak District.

Other great places for May half-term breaks in the UK include:

Scotland

Snowdonia

Brecon Beacons

Lake District

Cornwall

Devon

Edinburgh

York

Chester

Types of Spring Holidays

No longer interested in May half-term holidays UK? Don’t worry, there are ample spring holidays to choose from. If you’re looking for a holiday during the Easter period, we recommend browsing this range of Easter breaks or these April holidays. Or, if you want to treat mum to a memorable getaway, why not check out this collection of Mother’s Day cottages? Only after a short getaway? A May bank holiday break or spring bank holiday cottage could be perfect for you. View the full selection of short breaks around the UK.